Molly McVety
Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.
March 4, 2026
Celebrities
Quinta Brunson to receive GLAAD award for being ally to the LGBTQ+ community
'Abbott Elementary' showrunner Quinta Brunson will receive GLAAD's Vanguard Award, which is given to stars who don't identify as LGBTQ+ but have made a difference in promoting acceptance of queer people and issues.March 3, 2026
Nature
Philly's growing season is nearly here. Here's a look at the latest gardening trends
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's 2026 gardening trends include fruit planting, 're-wilding,' gardening with gravel and cut flowers.March 3, 2026
Accidents
Blaze at West Philly rowhome sends nine firefighters to hospital
Nine firefighters were hospitalized after a rowhome collapsed from a fire in the Wynnefield neighborhood in West Philadelphia on Monday night.March 3, 2026
Crime
Bus driver drove 54 elementary school students while intoxicated at four times standard legal limit, police say
A Boyertown Elementary School bus driver drove 54 students while intoxicated with a blood alcohol level four times Pennsylvania's legal limit for standard drivers, the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday.February 27, 2026
Food & Drink
These Philly bars and restaurants have specials inspired by the Flower Show
For the first time in the Philadelphia Flower Show's 197-year history, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is teaming up with local restaurants and bars to offer food and drink specials.February 27, 2026
Business
Franklin Mall reopens Friday for first time since last weekend's fire
Franklin Malls in Northeast Philadelphia is reopening Friday with normal hours for the first time since a small fire forced a temporary closure.February 26, 2026
Food & Drink
James Beard Foundation calls Oyster House one of Philly's 'most rewarding places to eat'
Oyster House in Center City is among six restaurants to receive a 2026 America's Classic award from the James Beard Foundation.February 26, 2026
Education
Hundreds pack Philly school district's headquarters to oppose plan to close schools around city
Representatives with the School District of Philadelphia presented its facilities master plan to the city’s Board of Education on Thursday, recommending 18 school closures instead of the initial 20.February 26, 2026
Philadelphia 250
Old City's reenactors charm tourists with tidbits of American history. But first they undergo a weekslong training course
Historic Philadelphia is expanding its cast of historical reenactors ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Before they begin performing on the streets, they undergo a weekslong training program.February 25, 2026
Education
In proposal to close 20 Philly public schools, district says it's learned from mistakes it made in 2013
The School District of Philadelphia proposes closing 20 schools by 2027, raising fears of repeating problems from 2013 when closures left buildings vacant and hurt academic performance.Just In
- A Biden student loan plan has ended. Here’s what borrowers need to know.
- Documentary 'Cold War in Philly' revisits Flyers' 1976 win over Soviet team
- Sixers guard Cam Payne to be reevaluated in approximately two weeks after suffering right hamstring strain
- Philly's new homeless shelter offers case management and medical services to 'set people up for success'
- Now serving brunch, dancerobot draws inspiration from Japanese roots and an old Philly diner
- Eagles' 2026 offseason schedule announced
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